Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s deputy foreign minister, in an interview with the BBC:

•⁠ ⁠“The ball is now in the Americans’ court. If they prove they are sincere, I am confident we can move toward an agreement.”

•⁠ ⁠“We are prepared to discuss enrichment and other issues related to our program, provided they are willing to discuss sanctions.”

•⁠ ⁠“A confrontation with the United States would be traumatic and bad for everyone. Not only Iran would suffer — all parties would, especially those who initiate an attack.”